Is 3 days enough for Boston?

Three days lets you walk the Freedom Trail, cruise the harbor and go whale watching, and take a day trip to Salem.

What are the best day trips from Boston?

Salem, Martha’s Vineyard, Newport and New England fall foliage tours are the top trips.

How do I plan a 3-day Boston itinerary?

Spend day one on history, day two on the harbor, and day three on a New England day trip.

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Boston in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days in Boston cover the history, harbor and New England. Here is how to spend three perfect days — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

1Day 1: Freedom Trail
2Day 2: harbor & whales
3Day 3: Salem
4North End food

Day 1: history

The Freedom Trail and North End.

Day 2: the harbor

A cruise and whale watching.

Day 3: New England

A day trip to Salem.

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Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Boston — prices per person.

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Freedom Trail Walking Tour with Bunker Hill and USS Constitution

Boston Revolutionary Walking Tour + Private Harbor Cruise

Salem Witch Trials, Ghosts and History Walking Tour

Boston's Revolutionary and Drunken Past with Beer Included

Charleston Harbor Sunset Cruise

History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small-Group Boston Walking Tour

San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

4.8(2,471)·4 hours

from$85/ person

via Viator

Boston in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

At a glance

Day 1: history

Day 2: the harbor

Day 3: New England

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